Redundancies: The Need for Meaningful Consultation
December 20th, 2023 by Mitchell Blythe
The decision of the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) in De Bank Haycocks v ADP RPO UK Ltd [2023] EAT 129 is a good reminder of the need for meaningful consultation if a redundancy dismissal is to be fair. Mr Haycocks was an employee of the UK subsidiary of a US recruitment company. During the Covid-19 […]
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Protect Environmental Whistleblowing Toolkit; Neurodiversity in the Workplace; National Living/Minimum Wage; Workers Act 2023; Holiday Pay & TUPE – Employment Law Matters: Edition 6
December 6th, 2023 by Stuart Smith
Welcome to the next edition of Employment Law Matters, our quarterly update on key issues in employment law. Every three months, we will send you a selection of the most important developments for employers in case law and legislation, including practical takeaways for employers as well as things to look forward to in the coming months. CM Murray LLP […]
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Key takeaways: The traditional Christmas party is still popular Drinking responsibly is the best antidote to avoid HR issues Divisive topics of conversation are best avoided Social events are sociable – don’t use them to discuss your employment relationship Respect your colleagues’ boundaries – avoid hugs and kisses! Be interested in others, […]
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The FRC’s proposed changes to the Remuneration section of the UK Corporate Governance Code: What you need to know
November 14th, 2023 by Stuart Smith
The current UK Corporate Governance Code (“Code”) has been in force since July 2018 and in May this year, the FRC announced a consultation on its proposed changes to the Code. When the consultation closed in September 2023, we thought that the proposed changes would be implemented by the end of 2023. However, as a […]
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In this news alert, Partner Merrill April and Trainee Solicitor Rachael Parker explore the specific circumstances in which a bonus can be clawed back once paid, following the recent judgment in the Steel vs Spencer case and the lifting of the banker bonus cap as of 31 October 2023. On 11 October 2023, Mrs Justice Bacon handed down her judgment in […]
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Reasonable Adjustments for Mental Health; New York Non-Compete Ban?; Carer’s Leave Bill & How Employers can support Neurodiverse Employees – Employment Law Matters: Edition 5
September 19th, 2023 by Stuart Smith
Welcome to the next edition of Employment Law Matters, our quarterly update on key issues in employment law. Every three months, we will send you a selection of the most important developments for employers in case law and legislation, including practical takeaways for employers as well as things to look forward to in the coming months. CM Murray LLP […]
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New Levy for Firms Payable by 30 September 2023
September 1st, 2023 by Mitchell Blythe
A new economic crime levy is payable by firms with turnover over £10.2m. The deadline for registration and the first annual payment is 30 September 2023, after which, it will be payable on an annual basis, provided the firm is still liable to pay. In this alert, non-contentious partnership law Partner, Corinne Staves, provides an overview […]
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Executive remuneration is a hot topic for companies seeking to comply with UK regulation, guidance and codes, whilst still attracting the right calibre of board member; and for executives when negotiating, both on the way in and when leaving a company, to ensure that they maximise their pay out. Increasingly, it is also a hot […]
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This article was first published in Solicitors Journal on 4 July 2023. An international merger can create a sensational headline when two prominent global law firms join forces or when two single-jurisdiction firms merge to expand their reach or safeguard their operations, such as IP firms seeking a presence in continental Europe after Brexit. Nonetheless, […]
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Key Considerations for a Successful Law Firm Merger – Part 3: Process and Implementation
July 26th, 2023 by Mitchell Blythe
As 2023 progresses, the trend for law firm merger activity seems set to continue. Whether you are two elite global law firms planning a transatlantic tie-up, or a well-established national firm looking to implement your growth strategy through the acquisition of successfully smaller practices, the process is remarkably similar. Remember, a merger is a means […]
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